pveperf:tldr:4afdd

pveperf: Show CPU and hard disk performance data for the hard disk mounted at `/`.

pveperf

$ pveperf

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The command "pveperf" is a performance testing tool used in Proxmox Virtual Environment (PVE). PVE is an open-source virtualization platform that allows users to run multiple virtual machines (VMs) and containers on a single physical server.

The "pveperf" command is specifically designed to measure the performance of storage subsystems in PVE. When executed, it evaluates the read and write performance of the storage system, providing metrics such as throughput (in MB/s), IOPS (Input/Output Operations Per Second), and latency (in milliseconds).

By running the "pveperf" command, administrators can determine the performance capabilities of their storage infrastructure, identify potential bottlenecks, and ensure optimal performance for their VMs and containers. This information can be critical when configuring and optimizing storage resources in a virtualized environment.

This explanation was created by an AI. In most cases those are correct. But please always be careful and never run a command you are not sure if it is safe.

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